Source: Medical Xpress  A study by James Cook University researchers suggests that dog owners are generally more resilient and less neurotic than cat owners, potentially due to inherent personality differences. Dr. Jessica Oliva, co-author of the study published in...

Source: ARY News  A viral video captured a pet dog in Oklahoma starting a house fire by chewing on a power bank, causing it to explode. The incident, recorded by a home security camera, shows two dogs and a cat in the living room. One dog grabs a lithium-ion battery...

Source: Pet Food Industry  Veterinarians face challenges in addressing pet obesity, despite its prevalence. A study found that discussing the impact of obesity on pets' lifespans is the most influential communication point for dog owners, followed by the timeline for...

Source: AP News  A stray cat named Willow found her way into the Biden family after appearing at a Joe Biden rally in Pennsylvania in 2020. Now residing in the White House, Willow is among several famous cats living in notable places, bringing charm and utility to...

Source: Virginia Mercury  Virginia is set to implement updated regulations for animal waste management from farming operations, despite ongoing debates over how to handle older earthen lagoons that pose a higher risk of groundwater pollution. Governor Glenn Youngkin...

Source: The Verge  The Jackson Hole Travel & Tourism Board in Wyoming has introduced an open-source Instagram filter designed to help tourists maintain a safe distance from wildlife when taking photos. This tool, called the Selfie Control filter, allows users to...

Source: AP News  Jarrick Bernard-Converse, a New York Jets cornerback, has long harbored a passion for animals, aspiring to become a veterinarian alongside his football career. Growing up in Shreveport, Louisiana, he frequently cared for sick pets and pursued a degree...

Source: Local 10  A juvenile cheetah named Winston at Zoo Miami is recovering after surgery to repair a leg fracture, as confirmed by zoo spokesman Ron Magill. Winston is believed to have fractured his rear left leg while running in his habitat, although the injury...

Source: AVMA News  Delivering culturally responsive end-of-life care in Veterinary medicine is essential, particularly when handling the sensitive decisions surrounding pet euthanasia. Melody Martinez, president of the Multicultural Veterinary Medical Association...

Source: WTOC 11 Animal rescues in Savannah, Georgia, faced significant challenges due to recent flooding. The Humane Society for Greater Savannah and Renegade Paws Rescue both experienced water damage, prompting emergency responses. The Humane Society successfully...

Source: RollingStone  During the Covid-19 pandemic, pet ownership in the U.S. surged, coinciding with rising pet medical costs. Fortune highlighted a key reason: Private equity firms, like JAB Holding Company, have acquired nearly 30% of Veterinary practices. JAB,...

Source: American Heartworm Society  The American Heartworm Society (AHS) has launched "Heartworms Unraveled," a series of five video-based training modules for Veterinary practices. These modules cover heartworm biology, life cycle, epidemiology, testing, prevention,...

Source: K8 News  Jonesboro Animal Services, typically rescuing cats and dogs, recently rescued a bearded dragon found wandering near a local business on Gee Street. Officer Traci Troutman responded to the unusual call, noting that such rescues are rare but exciting....

Source: Interesting Engineering  The decision to undergo knee replacement surgery is challenging for pet owners, given the financial burden and potential severe outcomes if the surgery fails. In the U.S., determining the best treatment for pets' knee injuries is a...

Source: Cornell Chronicle  A study on horses has revealed that 42% of miscarriages and spontaneous abortions in the first two months of pregnancy are due to triploidy, a condition involving an extra set of chromosomes. This finding is significant as it aligns with...

Source: WAFB 9  As temperatures soar into the triple digits, pet owners in Baton Rouge, Louisiana, are urged to monitor their pets closely to prevent heat stroke. The LSU School of Veterinary Medicine's emergency team treated six overheated pets in one week,...

Source: WBKO Kentucky is experiencing a rapid spread of parvovirus (Parvo), a deadly virus affecting dogs, with the state ranking fifth in the U.S. for the number of cases. Parvo targets the canine intestinal tract and, in severe cases, the heart, causing symptoms...

Source: PR Newswire  The ASPCA has launched the latest ASPCA Supermarket Scorecard, ranking U.S. grocery retailers on farm animal welfare. This initiative is part of the ASPCA's Shop with Your Heart® program, aimed at improving the lives of animals raised for food....

Source: Yahoo! Finance  Western University of Health Sciences has appointed John Tegzes, MA, VMD, Dipl. ABVT, as Dean of the College of Veterinary Medicine, effective July 15, 2024. Dr. Tegzes, with over 30 years of experience in clinical practice, academia, research,...

Source: UF Health  A new study by Jennifer Applebaum, Ph.D., at the University of Florida finds that while housing policies are becoming more pet-inclusive, housing insecurity is worsening. The study, published in Frontiers in Veterinary Medicine, analyzed 2019-2023...

Source: AP News  Since July 26, sea lions have been stranding themselves along 155 miles of California coastline in Santa Barbara and Ventura counties, showing signs of domoic acid poisoning, a neurotoxin affecting their brain and heart. The Channel Islands Marine...

Source: Purdue University  Dogs serve in various roles, including search and rescue, medical diagnosis, and emotional support. They are also instrumental in cancer research. A recent study led by Purdue veterinarian Dr. Deborah Knapp explored the link between...

Source: Arkansas State University  Work towards the future College of Veterinary Medicine (CVM) at Arkansas State University (A-State) is progressing, with the American Veterinary Medical Association’s (AVMA) Council on Education recently conducting a consultative...

Source: Virginia Tech News  Virginia Tech faculty members Carla Savage and Sophie Wenzel, as 2024 Global Opportunity Initiative fellows, spent two weeks in Ethiopia to forge partnerships and conduct impactful global research. Their journey took them from Addis Ababa...

Source: Veterinary Practice News  The FTC has banned noncompete clauses across various industries, including Veterinary services, effective May 7, 2024. This change, long practiced in states like California, aims to boost employee mobility, economic growth, and...